The Underground Railroad in Oakland County – Greater West Bloomfield on the Path to Freedom
Exploring Greater West Bloomfield's historical connection to the underground railroad in the mid-to-late 1800s
Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo discusses the many links connecting Greater West Bloomfield to Oakland County’s extensive network on the path to freedom for enslaved people on the underground railroad.
This presentation was hosted at the West Bloomfield Township Public Library by the Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society. For information on more local history seminars, you can visit GWBHS.org
6:30 am
CCT Classics – The Best of The Splash
Civic Center TV takes a look back at some of the most memorable moments from The Splash!
Civic Center TV takes a look back at some of the most memorable moments from The Splash, reaching back to its days as a weekly news-magazine show, to today’s, live, daily format known as The Splash Live!
Segments produced between 2016 and present day.
8:00 am
The Best of “The Splash Live”
Enjoy some of the latest segments from "The Splash Live!"
You can watch new episodes of the show every weekday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on all of our channels, as well as on or Facebook and YouTube pages!
9:00 am
(WBTV) West Bloomfield School District Board of Education Meeting
Airing on Comcast ch. 19/AT&T ch. 99 - The West Bloomfield School District Board of Education holds its monthly, regular meeting live at 7:00 PM!
The West Bloomfield School District Board of Education holds its monthly meeting from the iCenter at West Bloomfield High School.
All West Bloomfield School District Board of Education regular meetings are broadcast live exclusively on WBTV: Comcast channel 19 and AT&T channel 99. The meetings will replay on the following day at 1:00 PM, as well as the following weekend dates at 9:00 AM, and will be available within 24 hours of adjournment on-demand on www.CivicCenterTV.com/on-demand.
9:00 am
REPLAY: West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission - Special Meeting
Watch replays of all meetings the next day at 1:00 PM and in chronological order on the weekends beginning at 9:00 AM
Watch all municipal meetings on Civic Center TV and on CivicCenterTV.com! Join the live meeting at West Bloomfield Town Hall, 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48323.
10:09 am
REPLAY: West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission
Watch replays of all meetings the next day at 1:00 PM and in chronological order on the weekends beginning at 9:00 AM
Watch all municipal meetings on Civic Center TV and on CivicCenterTV.com! Join the live meeting at West Bloomfield Town Hall, 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48323.
12:05 pm
REPLAY: West Bloomfield Township Board - Special Meeting
Watch replays of all meetings the next day at 1:00 PM and in chronological order on the weekends beginning at 9:00 AM
Watch all municipal meetings on Civic Center TV and on CivicCenterTV.com! Join the live meeting at West Bloomfield Town Hall, 4550 Walnut Lake Rd. West Bloomfield, MI 48323.
1:00 pm
CCT Classics – Another Angle: Keego Harbor & Sylvan Lake
Another Angle offers viewers a new perspective, showcasing the many areas around Greater West Bloomfield.
Another Angle continues to highlight southeast Michigan local communities, offering bird’s eye views of hometown locales.
You’ve never seen the Greater West Bloomfield area like this! Check out the newest episode featuring the Cities of Sylvan Lake and Keego Harbor!
Sylvan Lake and Keego Harbor have a history stemming from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally serving as resort towns, the two cities have evolved into cities known for its beautiful scenery, recreation, livelihood and businesses.
Gorgeous images of these cities’ inland lakes, historic businesses and landmarks are warmly narrated by George Moore.
Produced in 2015
1:30 pm
CCT Classics – Another Angle: City of Orchard Lake Village
Another Angle offers viewers a new perspective, showcasing the many areas around Greater West Bloomfield.
Another Angle offers viewers a different perspective on areas around Greater West Bloomfield. This episode explores the City of Orchard Lake Village and all that the small, but spectacular community has to offer. Take a tour of the city to learn all about its rich history, nature, and more! For more information or to watch other episodes of Another Angle, visit civiccentertv.com
Produced in 2014
2:00 pm
CCT Classics – Another Angle: West Bloomfield
Another Angle offers viewers a new perspective, showcasing the many areas around Greater West Bloomfield.
Another Angle offers viewers a new perspective, showcasing the many areas around Greater West Bloomfield. This episode explores one of Metro Detroit’s most prominent communities, West Bloomfield Township. Known for it’s diversity, long-standing history, and stunning lakes, West Bloomfield Township has captivated all who frequent the area or call this place home. We hope you enjoy the aerial view of West Bloomfield.
Produced in 2015
2:30 pm
CCT Classics – Sgt. Patrick O’Rourke US-23 Highway Sign Dedication
Sgt. Patrick O 'Rourke, a West Bloomfield Police officer who was killed in the line of duty in 2012, was honored on September 13th, 2013 as officials dedicated a road sign and highway in his honor.
Sgt. Patrick O ‘Rourke, a West Bloomfield Police officer who was killed in the line of duty in 2012, was honored on September 13th, 2013 as officials dedicated a road sign and highway in his honor. The ceremony took place on Old U.S. 23 in Livingston County with family, friends and colleagues in attendance. Watch the ceremony and coverage hosted by Emmy Lucas.
Produced in 2013
3:00 pm
The Best of “The Splash Live”
Enjoy some of the latest segments from "The Splash Live!"
You can watch new episodes of the show every weekday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on all of our channels, as well as on or Facebook and YouTube pages!
4:00 pm
CCT Classics – Reverend Jack Freed: A Lifetime of Community
Celebrating the life and legacy of Reverend Jack Freed
The Greater West Bloomfield community reminisces about the life and legacy of Reverend Jack Freed at a live ceremony at West Bloomfield Middle School.
Produced in 2023
5:00 pm
The Best of “The Splash Live”
Enjoy some of the latest segments from "The Splash Live!"
You can watch new episodes of the show every weekday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on all of our channels, as well as on or Facebook and YouTube pages!
6:00 pm
The Underground Railroad in Oakland County – Greater West Bloomfield on the Path to Freedom
Exploring Greater West Bloomfield's historical connection to the underground railroad in the mid-to-late 1800s
Oakland County Parks Historian Carol Bacak-Egbo discusses the many links connecting Greater West Bloomfield to Oakland County’s extensive network on the path to freedom for enslaved people on the underground railroad.
This presentation was hosted at the West Bloomfield Township Public Library by the Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society. For information on more local history seminars, you can visit GWBHS.org
7:30 pm
CCT Classics – Michigan Week History, An Interview with Pastor Jack Freed and Jeff Leib
Pastor Jack Freed and Jeff Leib sat down to discuss the history and tradition of Michigan Week in Greater West Bloomfield.
In 1954, the very first Michigan Week was celebrated with the tagline “This is YOUR Michigan” and 18 years later, Dr. Anthony Witham, Superintendent of West Bloomfield Schools added Greater West Bloomfield to the list of communities celebrating our great state. Dr. Witham, along with a team of local educators, government officials, businesses, and community leaders put together a week of events highlight Greater West Bloomfield, the most revered event being the Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast, which has become a Michigan Week tradition in Greater West Bloomfield. Michigan Week has since grown from one week of festivities, to a month-long celebration of community achievement and unity. Pastor Jack Freed and Jeff Leib, two of the first recipients of Michigan Minutemen Awards at the Inaugural Michigan Week Community Awards Breakfast, sat down to discuss the history and tradition of Michigan Week in Greater West Bloomfield.
For more information on Michigan Week please visit michiganweek.org.
Produced in 2015
8:00 pm
The Best of “The Splash Live”
Enjoy some of the latest segments from "The Splash Live!"
You can watch new episodes of the show every weekday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on all of our channels, as well as on or Facebook and YouTube pages!
9:00 pm
CCT Classics – Forgotten Legacy: A Historical Look at the Hartwell Green Family
Learn about one of the foundational families of Greater West Bloomfield in this documentary!
Produced in 2013, this documentary examines the historical impact of the Hartwell Green family, the namesake of the old Green School in West Bloomfield, as well as Green Media Center – home of Civic Center TV and 89.3 Lakes FM!
9:30 pm
CCT Classics – Reverend Jack Freed: A Lifetime of Community
Celebrating the life and legacy of Reverend Jack Freed
The Greater West Bloomfield community reminisces about the life and legacy of Reverend Jack Freed at a live ceremony at West Bloomfield Middle School.
Produced in 2023
10:30 pm
Leading the Way – Oakland Schools – Drs. Lee Meadows & Ora Hirsch Pescovitz
Oakland Schools presents a leadership show featuring prominent figures from across Oakland County in business, education and more!
In this edition of Leading the Way, Oakland Schools officials speak to leadership development consultant Dr. Lee Meadows about cultivating young leaders, as well as Oakland University President Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescovitz about the continuous growth of Oakland University!
11:30 pm
The Best of “The Splash Live”
Enjoy some of the latest segments from "The Splash Live!"
You can watch new episodes of the show every weekday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM on all of our channels, as well as on or Facebook and YouTube pages!
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